Kids could have killed someone on Perth A9

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Police have warned someone could have been killed after wood was thrown from a Perth overpass onto Scotland’s deadliest road.

The terrifying incident happened in the early hours of Monday on an overpass across the A9, between the roundabouts at Broxden and Inveralmond.

Police say the wood was thrown into the path of vehicles travelling on the dual carriageway.

Two youths, aged 14 and 16, were traced by police following the incident.

A police spokesperson said: “The two boys will be subject to suitable restorative justice disposals.”

Their actions were condemned by the local area commander.

Chief Inspector Ian Scott said: “Throwing items like this onto a major road is reckless and could have serious or even fatal consequences for road users and on this occasion a report will be sent in due course to the youth justice management unit.

“When it comes to these types of incidents, we are committed to working alongside our partners and other agencies to help prevent this kind of behaviour among young people which can have an impact on their future.”

Councillor Willie Wilson, PKC elected member for Perth City South said: “This type of conduct is totally unacceptable.

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“A very serious accident might occur as a result of such behaviour.

“Any young person tempted to act in such a way must bear in mind the high risk to innocent members of the public - who might be family members, friends or neighbours.”

Cllr Wilson added: “I fully support the restorative approach and every chance should be taken to get the message home to young folk that dire consequences can easily flow from reckless and stupid behaviour.”

His Perth City South colleague Cllr Sheila McCole said: “These actions are dangerous and could have resulted in very serious outcomes.

“As there is an ongoing judicial process it would be inappropriate to comment further on this particular incident.

“However, I think it is important to acknowledge that the vast majority of our young people are responsible and considerate of others and their environment.

“Nevertheless, it is essential that the importance of responsible behaviour is shared with students, and to that end, I will work with local schools and police community officers to ensure appropriate lessons can be learnt from this incident.”